Sommers Automotive Hiring for Automotive Dealership Controller – Mequon WI Job at Waukesha, WI Full Time

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on, automotive dealership Controller to oversee the daily activities of the accounting office, ensure accurate and timely financial reporting, and work closely with other managers to effectively run the dealership and manage expenses.

Sommer’s Automotive has served tens of thousands of satisfied customers over our 70-years. We have become a top volume Subaru, Buick, GMC, and used car dealership through our focus on customer satisfaction and long-term customer loyalty. The dealership is family owned and operated, and very active in support of local communities.

Sommer’s Automotive benefits include:

• · Comprehensive Health Benefits
• · 401k with Employer Match
• · Profit-Sharing Plan
• · PTO
• · Paid Holidays
• · Employee Discounts

Annual Salary: $100,000 – $130,000

Essential duties:

• · Support Owners in all aspects of running the business.
• · Manage and safeguard the stores assets and ensure that internal controls are in place.
• · Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.
• · Prepare complete financial statements monthly according to dealership guidelines.
• · Manage the day-to-day accounting operations of the store to ensure that all transactions are recorded in compliance with dealership accounting processes and policies.
• · Reviews the general ledger and schedule accounts for accuracy.
• · Reviews the reconciliation of general ledger accounts to ensure proper bank reconciliation, reserve accounts, factory payables, floor plan payable, A/R and A/P.
• · Manages the payoff of vehicle floor plan and works with bank representatives.
• · Prepares sales & managers commissions.
• · Prepares employee health/life benefits payments.
• · Prepare the daily, weekly, monthly reports required by the management team.
• · Must have the ability to use automotive accounting software such as Dealertrack or CDK.
• · Ensures that all manufacturer accounts including warranty claims, rebates, parts inventory, and co-op advertising accounts are current and accurate.
• · Assist in company completion of annual reviews/audits.
• · Working knowledge of dealership financial statements
• · Working knowledge of dealership accounting month-end close
• · Working knowledge of state sales tax returns
• · Working knowledge of all accounting office positions
• · Other tasks as assigned.

Additional requirements:

• Strong leadership skills, high character & strong work ethic.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment and work flexible hours.
• Ability to teach, mentor, and lead accounting staff.

Position type and schedule: This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday – Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. May vary based on business needs

Required/Preferred Education and experience:

• · Associates degree or higher in Accounting or Business Administration
• · Minimum 10 years’ dealership experience

EEO Statement: Sommer’s Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or childbirth, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, religion, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information, arrest record, conviction record, use or nonuse of lawful products off the employers premises during nonworking hours, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

• Office

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location